This is an Austrian import from a label called Zig Zag Territories (odd name), and the performances and sound quality were fantastic! Even though this is a single CD, it came housed in a nice multi-CD type box with a big beautiful booklet.

I don't know if Baroque is their specialty, but if this is a typical example of their quality, then it is indeed a label to take note of!

This is an Austrian import from a label called Zig Zag Territories (odd name), and the performances and sound quality were fantastic! Even though this is a single CD, it came housed in a nice multi-CD type box with a big beautiful booklet.

I don't know if Baroque is their specialty, but if this is a typical example of their quality, then it is indeed a label to take note of!

Thanks for the info. I wasn't sure where this label originated as I couldn't find anything on mine that stated specifically, other than it was made in Austria. I thought it might have been Italian, as the Tartini CD I have is extremely Italian in nature both musically and in design.

It's a great label, and among my 12-15 discs from them there is not a single dud. Production values are impeccable. A very similar label to look into is Fuga Libera from Belgium (latest aquisition; a wonderful disc of Porpora Notturni).

Philippe Herreweghe will assume the artistic direction of this catalogue which will hold exclusive rights for his recordings with Collegium Vocale Gent and l’Orchestre des Champs-Elysées. It will be produced, edited and distributed by Outhere.

By creating this collection, Philippe Herreweghe wishes to freely materialise the fruit of a long career of musical research and experiences. Outhere enthusiastically supports him in this endeavour.

At a rhythm of 4 to 5 productions a year as from 2011, the catalogue will comprise productions devoted to the main symphonic and choral repertoire, polyphony and of course to the works of JS Bach that Philippe Herreweghe wants to revisit to produce ever more accomplished versions.

The first release, Mahler’s Fourth Symphony, is scheduled for fall 2010. It will be followed, in spring 2011, by Bach’s motets and, subsequently, by works by Josquin Desprez, Brahms and Beethoven’s Missa Solemnis.

Are there any regulations or rules in this forum saying that we communicate only in English? Personally, I understand some English, but not written as a translator is not 'on line'. Does the Spanish language is so obscure, even for a translator 'on line'?

Are there any regulations or rules in this forum saying that we communicate only in English? Personally, I understand some English, but not written as a translator is not 'on line'. Does the Spanish language is so obscure, even for a translator 'on line'?

Excellent, Navneeth and Gurn! That Google translator is really formidable. Those sentences have minor syntax problems, but overall are very clear.

Thanks, Antoine. I have made a minor discovery with translators (Google and Babelfish). When you are typing in your source verbiage, it is important not to use contractions especially, and to even use some rather labored syntax in English. The translator software can then convert rather well. If you use contractions and 'shortcuts' it will not understand and will not translate nearly as well.

Antoine Marchand

Thanks, Antoine. I have made a minor discovery with translators (Google and Babelfish). When you are typing in your source verbiage, it is important not to use contractions especially, and to even use some rather labored syntax in English. The translator software can then convert rather well. If you use contractions and 'shortcuts' it will not understand and will not translate nearly as well.

Additionally, I suppose that that works out very well with the Spanish, a language slightly more formal and "Baroque" than the English.

Additionally, I suppose that that works out very well with the Spanish, a language slightly more formal and "Baroque" than the English.

Yes. I actually speak minimal Spanish, enough to get by for the last 8 years working primarily with Mexican workers. And I would say that the language has a very formal sound to it compared to English. Baroque may be a bit OTT, but very formal in any case.

Yes, I think so. Anyway, as in English, there are different types of Spanish, especially in matter of accent and pronunciation; for instance, the differences between a Chilean and a Spaniard are really huge, almost greater than between a Texan and an Englishman.

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